Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
mardi 25 août 2020
Jennifer Garner Sobbing in Slo-Mo After The Office Series Finale Is a Mood We Can Relate to
Jennifer Garner is going through The Office finale stages of grief: crying, laughing, and a good "Bears, Beets, Battlestar Galactica" quote. The actress recently finished the NBC series with her kids - Violet, 14, Seraphina, 11, and Samuel, 8 - and it left her (understandably) in tears. She tried to capture her feelings in a video, but ended up recording herself in slow motion, which kind of feels appropriate for 2020, doesn't it?
"My kids and I have spent months piled on the couch working our way through 'How to Behave as Grownups' 🙅🏻♀️, aka #TheOffice," she captioned her Instagram video on Aug. 24. "Apparently we are sensitive people-the finale hit us pretty hard. When I realized I'd accidentally shot my farewell testimonial in slo-mo I realized: your Monday might need this, too."
Her instincts were right: we did need this! Clearly, show finales have a special place in Garner's heart. Just last week, she shared an emotional moment with the Schitt's Creek cast as she reflected on her final Alias days. But it's not goodbye, it's just see you later! Fans will always have those last episodes to go back to.
Like a True Friend, Jessica Alba Teaches Joseph Gordon-Levitt the Basics of Skin Care
While it's no secret Jessica Alba has gorgeous, radiant skin, I have to say I never thought I'd get such a close look at Joseph Gordon-Levitt's skin-care habits. In a new video on her YouTube channel, Alba walked a pretty clueless Gordon-Levitt - who knew they were friends?! - through a quick skin-care routine, and the results are hilarious.
The Project Power actor, who costarred in Sin City: A Dame to Kill For with Alba, attentively followed her lead and sniffed the different scents as she instructed him to cleanse, exfoliate, moisturize, and mask using Honest Beauty products. In one particularly comical moment, Gordon-Levitt used a creamy gel cleanser to wash his face and as he started to scrub a little too aggressively, the Honest Beauty founder looked slightly horrified and quickly advised him to tone down the intensity. "You're being very rough with your face," she said with a laugh. "Oh, was that too hard?" a confused Gordon-Levitt responded.
Though he might not know much about skin care, the actor's glow certainly indicates otherwise, as I could not look away from his flawless complexion that rivals Alba's. Watch Alba and Gordon-Levitt discuss skin care, the joys of parenting, and Gordon-Levitt's latest projects, all while applying different oils and masks, in the video above.
These 13 Low-Carb, High-Protein Snacks Are Your Weight-Loss Secret Weapon
If you're trying to lose weight, eating the right foods is your not-so-secret weapon. We're all too familiar with that 3 p.m. hunger craving, so when it does strike, you want to be prepared with something that will keep you full and focused, but still tastes good. Adding protein to your diet is an easy way to feel fuller, longer, but often, the increase in protein means an increase in carbohydrates, too. Well, not anymore.
We found 13 low-carb, high-protein snacks on Amazon that actually taste good. Yes, that's right. All these picks have at least 10 grams of protein, and no more than 10 grams of net carbs. Basically, they're going to be your secret weapon all Summer long. You can thank us later.
Related: Yes, You Can Eat Hot Cereal on a Low-Carb Diet, as Long as It's 1 of These 8 Picks
These 13 Low-Carb, High-Protein Snacks Are Your Weight-Loss Secret Weapon
If you're trying to lose weight, eating the right foods is your not-so-secret weapon. We're all too familiar with that 3 p.m. hunger craving, so when it does strike, you want to be prepared with something that will keep you full and focused, but still tastes good. Adding protein to your diet is an easy way to feel fuller, longer, but often, the increase in protein means an increase in carbohydrates, too. Well, not anymore.
We found 13 low-carb, high-protein snacks on Amazon that actually taste good. Yes, that's right. All these picks have at least 10 grams of protein, and no more than 10 grams of net carbs. Basically, they're going to be your secret weapon all Summer long. You can thank us later.
Related: Yes, You Can Eat Hot Cereal on a Low-Carb Diet, as Long as It's 1 of These 8 Picks
Like a True Friend, Jessica Alba Teaches Joseph Gordon-Levitt the Basics of Skin Care
While it's no secret Jessica Alba has gorgeous, radiant skin, I have to say I never thought I'd get such a close look at Joseph Gordon-Levitt's skin-care habits. In a new video on her YouTube channel, Alba walked a pretty clueless Gordon-Levitt - who knew they were friends?! - through a quick skin-care routine, and the results are hilarious.
The Project Power actor, who costarred in Sin City: A Dame to Kill For with Alba, attentively followed her lead and sniffed the different scents as she instructed him to cleanse, exfoliate, moisturize, and mask using Honest Beauty products. In one particularly comical moment, Gordon-Levitt used a creamy gel cleanser to wash his face and as he started to scrub a little too aggressively, the Honest Beauty founder looked slightly horrified and quickly advised him to tone down the intensity. "You're being very rough with your face," she said with a laugh. "Oh, was that too hard?" a confused Gordon-Levitt responded.
Though he might not know much about skin care, the actor's glow certainly indicates otherwise, as I could not look away from his flawless complexion that rivals Alba's. Watch Alba and Gordon-Levitt discuss skin care, the joys of parenting, and Gordon-Levitt's latest projects, all while applying different oils and masks, in the video above.
As If Vans Couldn't Get Any Cooler, These Tie-Dye Sneakers Are Here
If you love sneakers as much as we do, you're going to want to keep reading. When we think of cool, effortless sneaker style, we think of Vans. The skater shoes are perfect everyday picks because they're so versatile, they really do go with everything. When we saw these tie-dye styles, though, we knew we had stumbled on something special, and because we love sharing in our good fortune, we're showing you all what's up. These tie-dye sneakers will be a constant staple, and at just $75, you can't afford not to have them.
We'd style these picks with cute jean shorts or a pretty white dress. Since the colors are so vibrant here, we're into pairing them with neutrals so they really pop. If you love sneakers as much as we do, you've got to shop these styles.
I Turned Off My Most Stressful Notifications, and After 2 Weeks, I Already Feel Calmer
It never used to bother me when emails came rolling in after hours. For one thing, it comes with the job when you work in media; they mean it when they say the news cycle never ends. Plus, living in California, I'm used to getting alerts from co-workers a few time zones ahead. The rest of my team works on the East Coast time, and sometimes I'd scroll through their early-morning Slack messages on my commute, chiming in with ideas while I booted up for the day.
Flash forward a few months and I don't even have a commute anymore. Now when I get an email at 7 a.m. or on a Saturday afternoon, there's really nothing to stop me from pulling out my laptop and hopping online. And even if the computer stays closed, it's like the the notification is still buzzing in the back of my mind, needing to be dealt with.
It doesn't help that after five months of work-from-home, my work-life balance is completely shot. I've been pushing back the end of the workday later and later (so easy to do when you're at home all day), and it leaves me exhausted and strung-out at night. The next morning, the anxiety starts before I'm even out of bed, when I turn off my alarm and the first thing I see are those emails and Slack notifications. Then I look up at my desk, where I'll be sitting for the next 8 hours, and my computer, waiting to suck me in. I'm learning that when you work where you sleep, eat, exercise, and relax, it feels like your whole life is one endless Monday morning with no weekends in sight.
Finally, when the anxiety started bleeding into weekends and PTO days, I decided something had to change. This was unsustainable; I couldn't be stressed every waking hour. And I realized there was one easy, at least partial solution, which involved just a few taps on my phone.
I'm learning that when you work where you sleep, eat, exercise, and relax, it feels like your whole life is one endless Monday morning with no weekends in sight.
I pulled up my notification settings and, starting with Slack, began turning them off one by one. Facebook? Gone. Twitter? Nope. Email? I hesitated, then pressed the button. I felt a little lighter with each tap. Any notification that caused a bubble of stress in my throat got powered off, from work to social media. The only apps I let ping me were the barest essentials, like texting and phone calls, or the ones that were pure fun, like YouTube and ESPN. And just like that, my phone went quiet.
In the two weeks since, something unexpected has happened. Before, I barely noticed my habit of toting my phone from room to room, and its constant presence made it easy to constantly glance down, catch a notification, and get sucked into an email or social media hole. But now that it wasn't buzzing me all the time, there was no reason for me to have it an inch from my hand all day. Now I'll go hours without looking at my phone, sometimes leaving it in a different room or on silent all day. In breaking up with my most stressful notifications, I've also gotten less dependent on my phone in general.
Yes, there are still days when I'll need to check my email or messages after dinner, but I try to be aware ahead of time so I can plan and check in at certain times, instead of constantly glancing down for notifications. Sure, it's led to some missed or late emails, and I really have to be on top of my calendar (logged on yesterday to find I was already late for a meeting . . . oops), but it's worth it because of what happens when I finally do power down for the night. I shut my laptop with the knowledge that I'm not accessible unless I choose to be, which means for the next few hours, my time is my own, with no phone reminding me of my 9-to-5 responsibilities.
These days I spend a lot of time freaked out about having zero control over anything, which made this little exercise of power feel really, really good - especially when it leads to less time on my phone or thinking about work. And while turning off my notifications hasn't made me totally stress- or anxiety-free, it does feel like setting up these simple boundaries has helped me take back a little more control over my time, energy, and life.
15 Comfortable Sofas So Plush,You'll Never Want to Get Up
After moving into my new apartment, I was in need of a new sofa, but finding the right one is a lot easier said than done. I went from store to store in hunt of the perfect plush piece I could lounge on night after night, but every time I fell in love with one, the price tag totally shocked me. In an effort to find the comfortable sofa of my dreams, I turned to the internet.
While originally I thought virtual furniture shopping might be hard, it turns out tons of retailers have fast shipping options and easy returns, plus, the affordable prices just can't be beat. To help inspire you to find the right choice for your home, I curated a list of my 15 favorite picks from retailers like Amazon and even direct-to-consumer brands like Article and Floyd. Keep reading to shop them all; I guarantee the prices and quality will surprise you, in a good way!
As If Vans Couldn't Get Any Cooler, These Tie-Dye Sneakers Are Here
If you love sneakers as much as we do, you're going to want to keep reading. When we think of cool, effortless sneaker style, we think of Vans. The skater shoes are perfect everyday picks because they're so versatile, they really do go with everything. When we saw these tie-dye styles, though, we knew we had stumbled on something special, and because we love sharing in our good fortune, we're showing you all what's up. These tie-dye sneakers will be a constant staple, and at just $75, you can't afford not to have them.
We'd style these picks with cute jean shorts or a pretty white dress. Since the colors are so vibrant here, we're into pairing them with neutrals so they really pop. If you love sneakers as much as we do, you've got to shop these styles.
I Turned Off My Most Stressful Notifications, and After 2 Weeks, I Already Feel Calmer
It never used to bother me when emails came rolling in after hours. For one thing, it comes with the job when you work in media; they mean it when they say the news cycle never ends. Plus, living in California, I'm used to getting alerts from co-workers a few time zones ahead. The rest of my team works on the East Coast time, and sometimes I'd scroll through their early-morning Slack messages on my commute, chiming in with ideas while I booted up for the day.
Flash forward a few months and I don't even have a commute anymore. Now when I get an email at 7 a.m. or on a Saturday afternoon, there's really nothing to stop me from pulling out my laptop and hopping online. And even if the computer stays closed, it's like the the notification is still buzzing in the back of my mind, needing to be dealt with.
It doesn't help that after five months of work-from-home, my work-life balance is completely shot. I've been pushing back the end of the workday later and later (so easy to do when you're at home all day), and it leaves me exhausted and strung-out at night. The next morning, the anxiety starts before I'm even out of bed, when I turn off my alarm and the first thing I see are those emails and Slack notifications. Then I look up at my desk, where I'll be sitting for the next 8 hours, and my computer, waiting to suck me in. I'm learning that when you work where you sleep, eat, exercise, and relax, it feels like your whole life is one endless Monday morning with no weekends in sight.
Finally, when the anxiety started bleeding into weekends and PTO days, I decided something had to change. This was unsustainable; I couldn't be stressed every waking hour. And I realized there was one easy, at least partial solution, which involved just a few taps on my phone.
I'm learning that when you work where you sleep, eat, exercise, and relax, it feels like your whole life is one endless Monday morning with no weekends in sight.
I pulled up my notification settings and, starting with Slack, began turning them off one by one. Facebook? Gone. Twitter? Nope. Email? I hesitated, then pressed the button. I felt a little lighter with each tap. Any notification that caused a bubble of stress in my throat got powered off, from work to social media. The only apps I let ping me were the barest essentials, like texting and phone calls, or the ones that were pure fun, like YouTube and ESPN. And just like that, my phone went quiet.
In the two weeks since, something unexpected has happened. Before, I barely noticed my habit of toting my phone from room to room, and its constant presence made it easy to constantly glance down, catch a notification, and get sucked into an email or social media hole. But now that it wasn't buzzing me all the time, there was no reason for me to have it an inch from my hand all day. Now I'll go hours without looking at my phone, sometimes leaving it in a different room or on silent all day. In breaking up with my most stressful notifications, I've also gotten less dependent on my phone in general.
Yes, there are still days when I'll need to check my email or messages after dinner, but I try to be aware ahead of time so I can plan and check in at certain times, instead of constantly glancing down for notifications. Sure, it's led to some missed or late emails, and I really have to be on top of my calendar (logged on yesterday to find I was already late for a meeting . . . oops), but it's worth it because of what happens when I finally do power down for the night. I shut my laptop with the knowledge that I'm not accessible unless I choose to be, which means for the next few hours, my time is my own, with no phone reminding me of my 9-to-5 responsibilities.
These days I spend a lot of time freaked out about having zero control over anything, which made this little exercise of power feel really, really good - especially when it leads to less time on my phone or thinking about work. And while turning off my notifications hasn't made me totally stress- or anxiety-free, it does feel like setting up these simple boundaries has helped me take back a little more control over my time, energy, and life.
You May Be Able to Take Your Birth Control in Place of the Morning-After Pill, but Be Cautious
The morning-after pill can be a safety net for moments when your contraception fails, but for a multitude of reasons, accessing emergency contraception may not be as straightforward as it seems. "There are many unfortunate barriers to obtaining [the morning-after pill] like language barriers, failure of pharmacies to keep it in stock, social anxieties, and many more," Angel Lightner, DO, a chief ob-gyn resident in New Jersey, told POPSUGAR. However, for those with a birth control prescription, there is an alternative: the Yuzpe method.
The Yuzpe method involves taking a larger dose of standard birth control pills, in order to help prevent an unplanned pregnancy - and while it can be more accessible for some, it's less effective and has more side effects, Sameena Rahman, MD, FACOG, owner of Center for Gynecology and Cosmetics in Chicago and a clinical assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, told POPSUGAR.
The key is getting enough progestin, the active ingredient in many emergency contraceptive pills. "The level and dosage of your pack plays a huge factor because a certain threshold of hormonal concentration is needed to prevent ovulation, which is why the dosing required for emergency contraception is variable," Dr. Lightner said. Because morning-after pills such as Plan B are progestin-only medications, and many birth control pills contain both estrogen and progesterone, evaluating how many of your pills you should take can be tricky.
Dr. Rahman explained that, in order for your birth control to effectively double as emergency contraception, you'd need to take a dose containing 100 to 120mcg of ethinyl estradiol and 0.5 to 0.6mg of levonorgestrel, then repeat the same dose 12 hours later. "This can be anywhere from four to five pills for the first dose and repeating the same dose in another 12 hours," Dr. Rahman said.
While there are resources available that can help you determine the correct dosage, based on the brand of birth control you take, experts don't recommend going it alone. "Yes, this might seem like an easier and more cost-effective alternative, but it doesn't make it any more effective," Dr. Rahman explained, adding that you should always speak with your doctor before trying the Yuzpe method. This can not only ensure that you're taking the proper dose, but also that this method is a safe option for you, given your medical history. Side effects can range from nausea, vomiting, and breast tenderness, to the more dangerous risk of blood clots.
15 Comfortable Sofas So Plush,You'll Never Want to Get Up
After moving into my new apartment, I was in need of a new sofa, but finding the right one is a lot easier said than done. I went from store to store in hunt of the perfect plush piece I could lounge on night after night, but every time I fell in love with one, the price tag totally shocked me. In an effort to find the comfortable sofa of my dreams, I turned to the internet.
While originally I thought virtual furniture shopping might be hard, it turns out tons of retailers have fast shipping options and easy returns, plus, the affordable prices just can't be beat. To help inspire you to find the right choice for your home, I curated a list of my 15 favorite picks from retailers like Amazon and even direct-to-consumer brands like Article and Floyd. Keep reading to shop them all; I guarantee the prices and quality will surprise you, in a good way!
Prevent Face Mask Cross-Contamination With These 10 Easy-to-Use Cases
Every time I leave the house, I wear a face mask. The more I wear one, the more I realize what I need to make my daily routine easier. While I've found a few choices that I love, there was one thing I was missing: proper storage for it. In between store visits or getting in my car, I sometimes take off my mask and then realize I'm not sure where to put it. Not only do I want to keep it clean, but I also don't want to cross-contaminate with my pocket or inside my purse.
For the last few months, I've been solving this problem with plastic baggies, which seems wasteful. I went on a journey to find a face mask case, and it turns out, I wasn't alone - there is a large selection to shop. To help you find the best one for your needs, I curated a list of the most useful choices I found ahead. Keep reading to shop these top picks.
15 Comfortable Sofas So Plush,You'll Never Want to Get Up
After moving into my new apartment, I was in need of a new sofa, but finding the right one is a lot easier said than done. I went from store to store in hunt of the perfect plush piece I could lounge on night after night, but every time I fell in love with one, the price tag totally shocked me. In an effort to find the comfortable sofa of my dreams, I turned to the internet.
While originally I thought virtual furniture shopping might be hard, it turns out tons of retailers have fast shipping options and easy returns, plus, the affordable prices just can't be beat. To help inspire you to find the right choice for your home, I curated a list of my 15 favorite picks from retailers like Amazon and even direct-to-consumer brands like Article and Floyd. Keep reading to shop them all; I guarantee the prices and quality will surprise you, in a good way!
You May Be Able to Take Your Birth Control in Place of the Morning-After Pill, but Be Cautious
The morning-after pill can be a safety net for moments when your contraception fails, but for a multitude of reasons, accessing emergency contraception may not be as straightforward as it seems. "There are many unfortunate barriers to obtaining [the morning-after pill] like language barriers, failure of pharmacies to keep it in stock, social anxieties, and many more," Angel Lightner, DO, a chief ob-gyn resident in New Jersey, told POPSUGAR. However, for those with a birth control prescription, there is an alternative: the Yuzpe method.
The Yuzpe method involves taking a larger dose of standard birth control pills, in order to help prevent an unplanned pregnancy - and while it can be more accessible for some, it's less effective and has more side effects, Sameena Rahman, MD, FACOG, owner of Center for Gynecology and Cosmetics in Chicago and a clinical assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, told POPSUGAR.
The key is getting enough progestin, the active ingredient in many emergency contraceptive pills. "The level and dosage of your pack plays a huge factor because a certain threshold of hormonal concentration is needed to prevent ovulation, which is why the dosing required for emergency contraception is variable," Dr. Lightner said. Because morning-after pills such as Plan B are progestin-only medications, and many birth control pills contain both estrogen and progesterone, evaluating how many of your pills you should take can be tricky.
Dr. Rahman explained that, in order for your birth control to effectively double as emergency contraception, you'd need to take a dose containing 100 to 120mcg of ethinyl estradiol and 0.5 to 0.6mg of levonorgestrel, then repeat the same dose 12 hours later. "This can be anywhere from four to five pills for the first dose and repeating the same dose in another 12 hours," Dr. Rahman said.
While there are resources available that can help you determine the correct dosage, based on the brand of birth control you take, experts don't recommend going it alone. "Yes, this might seem like an easier and more cost-effective alternative, but it doesn't make it any more effective," Dr. Rahman explained, adding that you should always speak with your doctor before trying the Yuzpe method. This can not only ensure that you're taking the proper dose, but also that this method is a safe option for you, given your medical history. Side effects can range from nausea, vomiting, and breast tenderness, to the more dangerous risk of blood clots.
The Lost Husband Is a Surprise Hit on Netflix - Does That Mean We're Getting a Sequel?
A few months ago, most of us had never heard of The Lost Husband, and now we're all wondering if there will be a sequel! It's all part of the romantic drama's unexpected arc from tiny unknown title to surprise summer favorite. The circumstances that made the movie a hit, though, might not work for lightning to strike twice.
The movie's success has been, in large part, due to the unique demands of the COVID-19 era, when audiences are looking for two specific things in particular: entertainment they can watch at home, and entertainment that's perhaps a little more comforting than usual. The Lost Husband checks both those boxes. It was first released as a VOD title back in April, at the beginning of major shutdowns, then acquired by Netflix. It started streaming there in August, giving it ideal timing to reach audiences at home. Plus, with its small-town, slightly weepy, cheesy romance, it's the kind of comfort watch that many viewers have been seeking during stressful times.
Star Josh Duhamel, for one, agrees. "This is the perfect time for a movie like this to come out because people are at home watching. You know? These are things that they may really want to dive into," he told Entertainment Tonight. "People are sort of stuck at home right now, so they have to either read or watch something and they're trying to keep themselves occupied, and I think that any sort of entertainment is helpful."
So could there be a sequel? And, more importantly, would it have the same kind of success? Right now, the odds are pretty slim on both counts. The Lost Husband has two major things going against it getting a sequel: it's based on a standalone novel (The Lost Husband by Katherine Center), and it's not a Netflix original - it's a licensed title that the service picked up the streaming rights to. Both things would make creating a sequel a little more complicated, and without the unique circumstances that made the original movie such a hit, it simply might not be worth the risk and the hassle.
Prevent Face Mask Cross-Contamination With These 10 Easy-to-Use Cases
Every time I leave the house, I wear a face mask. The more I wear one, the more I realize what I need to make my daily routine easier. While I've found a few choices that I love, there was one thing I was missing: proper storage for it. In between store visits or getting in my car, I sometimes take off my mask and then realize I'm not sure where to put it. Not only do I want to keep it clean, but I also don't want to cross-contaminate with my pocket or inside my purse.
For the last few months, I've been solving this problem with plastic baggies, which seems wasteful. I went on a journey to find a face mask case, and it turns out, I wasn't alone - there is a large selection to shop. To help you find the best one for your needs, I curated a list of the most useful choices I found ahead. Keep reading to shop these top picks.
If You Always Lose Balance During Single-Leg Deadlifts, Try This Modification Instead
I'll give myself some credit: after months of practice, I can now hold a single-leg deadlift on my right leg for a few seconds without falling over, but I can't say the same for my left leg - I've just barely missed the coffee table too many times to count.
According to NASM-certified personal trainer Amanda Katz, unilateral movements - like single-leg deadlifts - often reveal these imbalances within the body, and that's not necessarily a bad thing.
"This gives us a chance to move more efficiently and ultimately, get stronger," Katz says. "Like a traditional deadlift, the single-leg deadlift benefits include stronger glutes, hamstrings, and core. But, with this single-leg variation, you can isolate one glute at a time. Plus, a trainer can immediately see if any deficiencies a client may have that is preventing them from moving functionally - i.e. rotated pelvis may indicate trouble moving laterally."
That doesn't mean you have to just deal with falling over, though. Instead of going from zero to 60, work in a single-leg deadlift modification to build up your balance and perfect your form. "I actually coach that clients keep their rear foot planted. This variation is called the staggered stance," Katz says.
Katz suggests hinging the hips to pick up the load and then checking your posture - your shoulders should be back and your chest proud. Then, one foot is placed forward and the other foot is back, placed about 6-8 inches behind them, with the heel off the floor. The front leg should hold 60-80 percent of the load.
"As the client becomes more comfortable here, the rear foot can go back further," Katz says. "This tip is beneficial because the client feels safe executing a hip hinge with a heavy load as the deadlift is intended, as opposed to losing their balance."
Overall, Katz suggests boosting your strength and balance before attempting to lift the rear leg up off the floor.
As for some other tips that'll improve your performance during single-leg deadlifts? Katz says that working on your core strength will not only make it easier for you to lift your leg off the ground, but also protects the back from rounding. It's also not a bad idea to evaluate your workout shoe choice - Katz loves Nike Metcon because it's flat, which helps keep your foot and ankle stable and in touch with the ground.
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California Is Facing Another Wave of Devastating Wildfires - Here's How You Can Help
In the span of a week, California has been ravaged by three major fire complexes - groups of fires caused by lightning - scattered across the state's northern and central regions. Critical wildfire zones include the LNU Lightning Complex in the northeast Bay Area, the SCU Lightning Complex in the eastern and southeastern Bay Area, and the CZU Lightning Complex in the western and southern Bay Area. The SCU Lightning Complex and LNU Lightning Complex are among the three largest wildfires in California's recorded history. Since the lightning siege first began on Aug. 15, there have been nearly 12,000 lightning strikes that have sparked over 615 new wildfires, which have scorched over 1.3 million acres of land combined - including vital crops and farmland - according to Cal Fire officials.
In total, the fires have wreaked havoc on the equivalent of five New York Cities in land acreage and have taken the lives of at least five people. In the midst of a heatwave, California's unforeseen dry lightning spells now threaten more than 10 million people across the state who are under red-flag warnings brought on by a combination of "warm temperatures, very low humidities, and stronger winds are expected to combine to produce an increased risk of fire danger," according to the National Weather Service. Even as thousands of firefighters put themselves on the frontlines to battle the raging flames, thousands continue to be displaced from their homes. Read on to find out what you can do right now to support victims of the California wildfires.
Prevent Face Mask Cross-Contamination With These 10 Easy-to-Use Cases
Every time I leave the house, I wear a face mask. The more I wear one, the more I realize what I need to make my daily routine easier. While I've found a few choices that I love, there was one thing I was missing: proper storage for it. In between store visits or getting in my car, I sometimes take off my mask and then realize I'm not sure where to put it. Not only do I want to keep it clean, but I also don't want to cross-contaminate with my pocket or inside my purse.
For the last few months, I've been solving this problem with plastic baggies, which seems wasteful. I went on a journey to find a face mask case, and it turns out, I wasn't alone - there is a large selection to shop. To help you find the best one for your needs, I curated a list of the most useful choices I found ahead. Keep reading to shop these top picks.
lundi 24 août 2020
So, Exactly Which Villains Is Bruce Wayne Dealing With in The Batman?
The trailer for The Batman has us super intrigued for the latest iteration of the iconic superhero, and we're just as excited to see who the villains are. In all the marketing so far, the primary villains appear to be the Riddler and the Penguin, two of Batman's most famous foes in the comics - and ones who haven't reached oversaturation in the movies yet. Young versions of the characters appeared in the TV series Gotham, which centered on the backstory of Gotham City when Bruce Wayne was just a child, but they haven't appeared in feature films in years: the Penguin's last appearance was in 1992's Batman Returns, and the Riddler's came in 1995's Batman Forever.
On top of that, there's also Zoë Kravitz as Selina Kyle, aka Catwoman, who can be either friend or foe to Batman depending on the story. In the glimpses we see of her in the first trailer, she seems to be more mercenary than evil, sneaking into a crime scene just to crack a safe.
There's one other moment worth noting that seems to tease the arrival of another villain: Batman facing off against a mob that appears to be wearing white clown makeup. Does this hint the Joker is already active in this version of Gotham? Currently, the Joker is not slated to appear in the movie, although he certainly could be a well-kept secret role. It's already been confirmed that neither current versions of the Joker - Joaquin Phoenix's from Joker or Jared Leto's from Suicide Squad - is connected to this Batman universe, but that doesn't mean he couldn't be re-introduced. The Batman is intended to set up a full trilogy of new movies (plus a spinoff HBO Max series!), so it certainly seems likely that Batman's most famous foe will arrive at some point; it's just a matter of when. For now, keep reading for a first peek at the confirmed villains in The Batman and what we've learned about them so far.
The Batman Trailer Has Us Thinking It Might Wind Up With an R Rating
One of the biggest trailers out of DC's FanDome event is the first look at The Batman, a new Batman adaptation starring Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne/Batman. While most superhero movies aim for a PG-13 rating to get the broadest audience possible, we're wondering what The Batman will be rated. If it's as intense as the trailer suggests, it could be headed for Gotham's first R rating.
Like most films, The Batman won't get an official rating from the MPAA until much closer to its release date, which is still more than a year away. It's the vibe of the trailer, though, that has us all wondering: the footage released at DC FanDome features violent action sequences and a dark, gritty, gloomy mood, appearing to be an even darker take than the seminal The Dark Knight trilogy.
Director Matt Reeves also revealed his influences for the movie at the FanDome event, and, as ComicBook reported, those influences are all notable, R-rated crime thrillers. "It's like a classic noir, and this series of murders that Batman investigates is very much in that mode. So Chinatown was a really big one... the gritty, flawed humanity of it... The Batman was very inspired by those kinds of movies, by French Connection, and other sorts of cop movies like that. I would say even a movie like Taxi Driver, the description of a place, and very much getting inside of somebody's head. I guess a lot of '70s, sort of street-grounded stories."
If The Batman does wind up with an R rating, it would be the first Batman movie to land that adults-only rating. The two most recent iterations of the character - Ben Affleck's version in the DCEU films and Christian Bale's The Dark Knight trilogy - had PG-13 ratings, despite their dark content, continuing on the long-standing tradition of PG-13 Batman films dating all the way back to the Michael Keaton era in the late '80s and early '90s. It wouldn't, however, be the first R-rated superhero flick: on the Marvel side of things, Deadpool (and its sequel) and Logan both had R ratings, and just earlier this year, DC had its own with Birds of Prey. Regardless of its official rating, it seems pretty certain that The Batman will be taking the "dark" in "Dark Knight" very seriously.
The Vow: Here Are the Celebrities Known For Being Involved With NXIVM
HBO's new documentary The Vow is a true crime project at its core, taking on the chilling scandals of the NXIVM organization. Because the group looked to recruiting wealthy women, the sex cult and pyramid scheme underlying the self-help dogma of NXIVM also intersected with celebrity culture. Yes, cofounder Keith Raniere was at the center of it all, and he had a reputation for coercing women into sleeping with him and performing free labor for the organization. But Raniere's second hand was none other than Allison Mack, who's best known for her decade-long run on Smallville as Chloe Sullivan. And Mack certainly wasn't the only Hollywood star tied to NXIVM. Ahead, we've compiled a list of the celebrities with links to the infamous cult.
The Most Relatable Part of Lucifer Are the Characters' Reactions - and We've Got the GIFs
Clearly there's no one more mature on Lucifer than Lucifer Morningstar (Tom Ellis) - just kidding. While Lucifer may have his serious moments (particularly when it comes to the ones he loves), the best part of the show is his many, many GIF-worthy reactions and quotes. And he's not the only one who's gotten in on the fun; everyone from the stern detective Chloe Decker (Lauren German) to Lucifer's older brother Amenadiel (D.B. Woodside) has had their fair share of moments. Granted, the others' reactions are likely in response to something Lucifer's said or done. Ahead of the fifth season premiere on Netflix on Aug. 21, take a stroll down memory lane with 25 of Lucifer's most relatable GIFs.
The Batman Trailer Features a New Twist on an Iconic Nirvana Song
Did you recognize the song that plays in The Batman trailer? The buzzy first look at Robert Pattinson's version of the iconic superhero is set to a particularly epic, surprisingly dark remix of a song you've definitely heard before.
The song playing in the trailer is a version of Nirvana's "Something in the Way," but it's not quite the track you're probably used to hearing. Originally, "Something in the Way" was the last song on the band's breakout album Nevermind in 1991, and while it never became a gigantic hit single, it's had a long life and a fair bit of popularity over the past 30 years. In its original form, it's a softer, more stripped-down song, featuring acoustic guitar and even a bit of cello.
For The Batman trailer, however, it's presumably the film's composer Michael Giacchino - who's worked on several of your favorite sci-fi franchises, including the most recent Spider-Man and Star Trek series - who tweaks and rearranges the classic song to better suit as an introduction to this particularly dark and corrupt Gotham. This version of the song is epic, with big orchestral swells and heavy, thudding percussion, matching the dark and sinister vibe of the first glimpse of this Batman.
The song itself is pretty bleak on its own, painting a picture of brutal struggles to survive. "Underneath the bridge / The tarp has sprung a leak / And the animals I've trapped / Have all become my pets / And I'm living off of grass," the main verse goes. The choice of song seems to highlight that this is more of a Dark Knight version of Gotham and Bruce Wayne than a colorful, goofy version of the character, focused less on how Bruce Wayne becomes Batman and more on how an experienced, cynical Batman goes up against corruption in his city, even when it's feeling futile. Check out the full trailer above to get the full effect of this eerie music choice, then listen to the original Nirvana version in the video below.
Tom Ellis Is So Devilishly Handsome, It Would Be a Sin Not to Check Out These 52 Photos
I know that we all watch Lucifer for the plot, but let's be real, the gorgeous cast definitely plays a part in it. If leading man Tom Ellis wasn't able to pull off the Devil's charm with such aplomb, we wouldn't be able to buy into the show, right? Thankfully, Tom not only perfects that certain je ne sais quoi only Lucifer Morningstar could possess, but he also humanizes the fictional angel, making him relatable and endearing in a way that real-life "bad boys" could never.
In celebration of Netflix dropping the first half of Lucifer's fifth season - in which we got a double helping of Tom thanks to him bringing Lucifer's twin brother Micheal on the scene - let's appreciate the glory that is our wicked star by perusing some of his best pictures! He's basically like a gift from above. (Oops, is it too soon for those jokes, Chloe fans?)
How to Train Your Dragon 2 Is Hitting Netflix in September! See More Kids' Movies Added in 2020
Although there are plenty of amazing movies for kids on Netflix already, each month we look forward to the fresh titles that will be added to the service - whether they are brand new or make us feel all of the nostalgia. In 2020, Netflix started us off with a nostalgic batch of family movies and a few new hits, and we can't wait to see what else is in store.
Read ahead to see which movies will be added to Netflix for kids and families in May, and bookmark this page to see what'll be new each month! (And if Disney is your jam, see which Disney movies are still on Netflix before they make the switch over to Disney+.)
Related: 7 Family Movies Still Coming Out in 2020 That Your Kids Will Want to See
Lovecraft Country: The Revolutionary History of Gil Scott-Heron's "Whitey on the Moon"
Episode two of HBO's Lovecraft Country features Gil Scott-Heron's "Whitey on the Moon" - in fact, the episode itself is titled "Whitey's on the Moon." While Lovecraft Country takes place in the '50s, Scott-Heron's spoken word poem (and jazz song) first came out in 1970, right after the moon landing. Given that the series is a blend of sci-fi monsters and the horrors of Jim Crow segregation, the song choice certainly still makes sense. But what exactly is the history behind the song, and why was Scott-Heron so indignant about "Whitey on the Moon?" Let's take a look at the song and how it fits into America's social context during this turbulent era.
Scott-Heron released his debut album, Small Talk at 125th and Lenox, in 1970. Perhaps the most well-known track from the record is "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised." On side two, Scott-Heron also made waves with "Whitey on the Moon." For this song, Scott-Heron said on tape that he was inspired by "Whiteys on the Moon." But really, he was also inspired by Black Panther leader Eldridge Cleaver, who called the moon landing a "flying circus" that distracted Americans from problems at home. As the story goes, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin infamously set foot on the moon in July 1969. Their landing was celebrated as a win for America in the space race as well as a global technological achievement. However, systemic racism and economic injustice still wreaked havoc even as segregation formally ended. The Apollo Program cost $25.4 billion, which is $180 billion today. In the background of the space race, there were protests against the Vietnam War as well as those for labor, women's rights, and Black liberation.
Like many in the black press, Scott-Heron critiqued how America could justify using taxpayer money on the Apollo Program while widespread poverty persisted in the country. According to the Economic Policy Institute, the Black poverty rate was 33.5 percent in 1968, and Black Americans were three times more likely to be living in poverty than whites. Martin Luther King Jr. himself spoke on this issue in 1966, predicting that, "in a few years we can be assured that we will set a man on the moon and with an adequate telescope he will be able to see the slums on Earth with their intensified congestion, decay, and turbulence."
Throughout the song, Scott-Heron speaks of being unable to pay doctor bills and struggling to meet rent even though "Whitey's on the moon." That phrase, in fact, is reiterated almost every other line as a refrain. The song emphasizes the lack of affordable healthcare and housing even though white men have made it to the moon. The message of the piece is rather straightforward but certainly still holds relevance today.
Read the full lyrics below:
A rat done bit my sister Nell.
(with Whitey on the moon)
Her face and arms began to swell.
(and Whitey's on the moon)
I can't pay no doctor bill.
(but Whitey's on the moon)
Ten years from now I'll be payin' still.
(while Whitey's on the moon)
The man jus' upped my rent las' night.
('cause Whitey's on the moon)
No hot water, no toilets, no lights.
(but Whitey's on the moon)
I wonder why he's uppi' me?
('cause Whitey's on the moon?)
I was already payin' 'im fifty a week.
(with Whitey on the moon)
Taxes takin' my whole damn check,
Junkies makin' me a nervous wreck,
The price of food is goin' up,
An' as if all that sh*t wasn't enough
A rat done bit my sister Nell.
(with Whitey on the moon)
Her face an' arm began to swell.
(but Whitey's on the moon)
Was all that money I made las' year
(for Whitey on the moon?)
How come there ain't no money here?
(Hm! Whitey's on the moon)
Y'know I jus' 'bout had my fill
(of Whitey on the moon)
I think I'll sen' these doctor bills,
Airmail special
(to Whitey on the moon)
Lovecraft Country: The Revolutionary History of Gil Scott-Heron's "Whitey on the Moon"
Episode two of HBO's Lovecraft Country features Gil Scott-Heron's "Whitey on the Moon" - in fact, the episode itself is titled "Whitey's on the Moon." While Lovecraft Country takes place in the '50s, Scott-Heron's spoken word poem (and jazz song) first came out in 1970, right after the moon landing. Given that the series is a blend of sci-fi monsters and the horrors of Jim Crow segregation, the song choice certainly still makes sense. But what exactly is the history behind the song, and why was Scott-Heron so indignant about "Whitey on the Moon?" Let's take a look at the song and how it fits into America's social context during this turbulent era.
Scott-Heron released his debut album, Small Talk at 125th and Lenox, in 1970. Perhaps the most well-known track from the record is "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised." On side two, Scott-Heron also made waves with "Whitey on the Moon." For this song, Scott-Heron said on tape that he was inspired by "Whiteys on the Moon." But really, he was also inspired by Black Panther leader Eldridge Cleaver, who called the moon landing a "flying circus" that distracted Americans from problems at home. As the story goes, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin infamously set foot on the moon in July 1969. Their landing was celebrated as a win for America in the space race as well as a global technological achievement. However, systemic racism and economic injustice still wreaked havoc even as segregation formally ended. The Apollo Program cost $25.4 billion, which is $180 billion today. In the background of the space race, there were protests against the Vietnam War as well as those for labor, women's rights, and Black liberation.
Like many in the black press, Scott-Heron critiqued how America could justify using taxpayer money on the Apollo Program while widespread poverty persisted in the country. According to the Economic Policy Institute, the Black poverty rate was 33.5 percent in 1968, and Black Americans were three times more likely to be living in poverty than whites. Martin Luther King Jr. himself spoke on this issue in 1966, predicting that, "in a few years we can be assured that we will set a man on the moon and with an adequate telescope he will be able to see the slums on Earth with their intensified congestion, decay, and turbulence."
Throughout the song, Scott-Heron speaks of being unable to pay doctor bills and struggling to meet rent even though "Whitey's on the moon." That phrase, in fact, is reiterated almost every other line as a refrain. The song emphasizes the lack of affordable healthcare and housing even though white men have made it to the moon. The message of the piece is rather straightforward but certainly still holds relevance today.
Read the full lyrics below:
A rat done bit my sister Nell.
(with Whitey on the moon)
Her face and arms began to swell.
(and Whitey's on the moon)
I can't pay no doctor bill.
(but Whitey's on the moon)
Ten years from now I'll be payin' still.
(while Whitey's on the moon)
The man jus' upped my rent las' night.
('cause Whitey's on the moon)
No hot water, no toilets, no lights.
(but Whitey's on the moon)
I wonder why he's uppi' me?
('cause Whitey's on the moon?)
I was already payin' 'im fifty a week.
(with Whitey on the moon)
Taxes takin' my whole damn check,
Junkies makin' me a nervous wreck,
The price of food is goin' up,
An' as if all that sh*t wasn't enough
A rat done bit my sister Nell.
(with Whitey on the moon)
Her face an' arm began to swell.
(but Whitey's on the moon)
Was all that money I made las' year
(for Whitey on the moon?)
How come there ain't no money here?
(Hm! Whitey's on the moon)
Y'know I jus' 'bout had my fill
(of Whitey on the moon)
I think I'll sen' these doctor bills,
Airmail special
(to Whitey on the moon)
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